GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| atrophy | decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue |
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| cardiologist | the study of the heart and its action and diseases |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| uxorious | excessively fond of or submissive to a wife |
| parlance | speech |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
| tribulation | distress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution |